How much does a chemical technician make in Virginia?
$51,850a year
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians in Virginia. That is $24.93 an hour or $4,321 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.93
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,390Median: $51,850Highest 10%: $80,680
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,390 | $16.53 | |
| 25th | $41,460 | $19.93 | |
| Median | $51,850 | $24.93 | |
| 75th | $65,460 | $31.47 | |
| 90th | $80,680 | $38.79 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lynchburg, VA | $62,710 |
| Washington, DC | $57,880 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $57,670 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $52,600 |
| Richmond, VA | $50,790 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $49,820 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical technicians.
| 42. Idaho | $54,560 |
| 43. Florida | $54,050 |
| 44. Montana | $52,890 |
| 45. Virginia | $51,850 |
| 46. Maine | $49,280 |
| 47. Maryland | $49,280 |
| 48. South Dakota | $49,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical technician make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $24.93 ($51,850 a year).
Do chemical technicians make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $51,850 against $60,390 nationally, 14% less.
Where does Virginia rank for chemical technician pay?
Virginia ranks 45 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays chemical technicians the most?
Lynchburg, VA, with a median of $62,710 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.